Data Collector

Essential Functions

• Drives oneself and other data collectors to locations across New Jersey including Bergen, Essex, Morris, Passaic, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem County from June 1, 2026 to approximately July 15, 2026.
• Performs data collection on seat-belt usage of New Jersey’s drivers and passengers.
• Involves observing drivers and passengers in their vehicles to determine seat belt usage.
• Stands at a safe distance from the roadway to observe seat belt usage.
• Performs duties 7 days a week between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm with flexibility on days available to work.

Prerequisite Qualifications

• Having a personal vehicle to travel to the site is required.
• Proof of driver’s license and vehicle registration must be provided.
• Must be able to stand and observe seat belt usage of vehicles traveling on the roadway.
• Must be able to stand for 40 minutes at a time while the data collection is being completed.
• Reliability, honesty, attention to details, and enthusiasm for hard work is required.

Salary Information

The hourly rate/range for this position is $20 (USD) for those who are driving themselves and others and $16 (USD) for those who are only data collecting. NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.